Can you turn off stop start on Equinox?
Can you turn off stop start on Equinox?
To turn off this feature, You first need to turn the car on, and then shift the car into the manual mode. When there, You should see the L light up. Chevrolet decided not to make a switch or button for those who want to disable the auto stop/start feature on their equinox.
Why does my Chevy Equinox stall at idle?
The first is that by limiting the amount of torque when you push the gas pedal for a second or two, the engineers at GM were able to increase engine life by reducing the stress on it during takeoff. The second is improved fuel economy. When the throttle position sensor fails, it defaults to idle speed.
Is there a problem with my Chevy Equinox?
There is a defect with chevy equinox’s – excessive oil consumption. The company knows about it but they make you go through a “oil consumption test” anyway. Get it fixed before your warranty runs out.
Is there a recall on the 2011 Chevy Equinox?
Recall 11195A. The fix for the 2011 was reprogramming the ECM and replacing the cam shaft solenoids. It seems this is part of the variable valve timing. Someone commented that dirt in the oil clogs a screen in the valves leading to the timing getting off so the engine runs rough and dies.
Why did my Chevy Equinox die at a red light?
The symptoms were the same – dying when stopping and running rough when cold started. Recall 11195A. The fix for the 2011 was reprogramming the ECM and replacing the cam shaft solenoids. It seems this is part of the variable valve timing.
The tire pressure can vary slightly once the vehicle is driven and environmental influences such as weather conditions. 2-Your tire pressure monitoring system may need recalibration, which the dealer can do. I hope that helps, if you have any additional questions just let me know. It sounds like u may have to much air in your tires.
Is there a problem with the Chevy Equinox?
There is a serious issue with the powertrain on the 2011 Equinox even if GMC does not want to admit to it. My vehicle has shut down twice while driving. Luckly, I was able to pull it off the road without further incident. I am bringing it again on Monday for the same issue with the noise and rough idle.
Why are the spark plugs on my Chevy Equinox not working?
Spark Plugs – One of the absolute most common causes (if not the most common reason that your Equinox may be misfiring) is the spark plugs. Although most modern vehicles use iridium spark plugs, they still need to be changed at the manufacturers recommended interval.
How often should OnStar diagnostics be run on Chevy Equinox?
The OnStar Diagnostic email is ran once per month and pulls data directly from the vehicles tire pressure monitoring system. If your diagnostic report does not mimic what is shown on your driversÂ’ information panel, this can be attributed to a few things. 1-The OVD is a cold calculation.
